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Topic Topic Starter Replies Views Rating Last Post Another View: Delaying lawsuits isn't fair to the disabled M. Handler,Architect 0 0 Sun, 20 May 2012 7:51 DOJ makes pool lift announcement SharonToji 3 18 Sat, 19 May 2012 20:46 by AdaBoy Belmont Dollar Tree sued over ADA spaces M. Handler,Architect 1 23 Fri, 18 May 2012 9:36 by SharonToji ADA Expert Helps North State Businesses Avoid Lawsuits M. Handler,Architect 4 42 Fri, 18 May 2012 9:30 by SharonToji Lawmakers might end ADA lawsuit binge M. Handler,Architect 5 57 Thu, 17 May 2012 20:46 by SharonToji EDITORIAL: Bill would offer more balance on ADA lawsuits, damages M. Handler,Architect 6 88 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:48 by SharonToji Honda Announces New UNI-CUB Personal Mobility Device M. Handler,Architect 0 19 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:43 Tax Incentives Available for Businesses M. Handler,Architect 1 27 Tue, 15 May 2012 7:47 by SharonToji Steinberg-Dutton ADA Lawsuit Abuse Legislation Clears Key Committee M. Handler,Architect 0 20 Mon, 14 May 2012 7:47 Lawsuits Will Force Hotels To Update Websites To Service Disabled Guests M. Handler,Architect 0 17 Mon, 14 May 2012 7:46 Airline Incident MSMontgomery 15 173 Sun, 13 May 2012 9:52 by MSMontgomery accessible audio equipment paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 8 76 Fri, 11 May 2012 21:10 by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA Chicken Man vs. chicken lawyer M. Handler,Architect 2 49 Fri, 11 May 2012 12:07 by SharonToji Calif. bill targeting ADA lawsuit reform clears committee M. Handler,Architect 1 37 Fri, 11 May 2012 11:43 by ADAguy Disabilities Act lawsuit abuse divides activists M. Handler,Architect 1 30 Fri, 11 May 2012 11:22 by ADAguy Main Entry/Exit Door for Apartment Dwelling Units Annette 8 89 Thu, 10 May 2012 15:16 by ADAguy Measure aims to check ADA lawsuit abuse in Calif. M. Handler,Architect 0 23 Tue, 08 May 2012 20:34 Many Oak Ridge businesses violating ADA laws M. Handler,Architect 0 20 Tue, 08 May 2012 20:33 DSA Emergency Changes For Accessibility To 2010 CBC K. Sparks 0 28 Tue, 08 May 2012 17:59 SB 1186 TV coverage today ADAguy 1 34 Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59 by ADAguy AB 1878 Gaines ADAguy 0 23 Tue, 08 May 2012 12:54 UFAS and 5% requirement for Apartment Units Glen 0 21 Tue, 08 May 2012 10:14 SB 1186 ADAguy 4 58 Tue, 08 May 2012 8:35 by ADAguy 2012 ADA Symposium M. Handler,Architect 1 38 Sun, 06 May 2012 11:36 by ADAguy Developers Overlook Complex Accessibility Regulations, Fed Catches up M. Handler,Architect 6 78 Fri, 04 May 2012 12:16 by CCHARR Hotels with pools want to tweak new disabled-access rule M. Handler,Architect 1 39 Fri, 04 May 2012 11:39 by SharonToji Retailer apologizes after ignoring disabled customer's parking spot complaint M. Handler,Architect 3 42 Fri, 04 May 2012 11:21 by SharonToji They can't even follow the prints which were correct and reviewed. M. Handler,Architect 8 90 Fri, 04 May 2012 11:07 by SharonToji Electronic entry device mounting location question K. Sparks 2 45 Fri, 04 May 2012 10:26 by Jim Fruit Roseville business owner earns small victory in ADA battle M. Handler,Architect 2 43 Wed, 02 May 2012 17:06 by ADAguy SB1186 aims to stop litigious ADA extortion M. Handler,Architect 15 155 Wed, 02 May 2012 12:06 by ADAguy Access Board to Hold Town Hall Meeting and Hearing in Atlanta on May 8 M. Handler,Architect 1 20 Tue, 01 May 2012 17:04 by ADAguy Call for Proposals on ICC A117.1-09 M. Handler,Architect 1 26 Tue, 01 May 2012 5:58 by SharonToji The ADA and Regulatory Overreach M. Handler,Architect 5 73 Mon, 30 April 2012 21:41 by ADAguy MUTCD Signage & Striping Requirements - Update accessdesign 2 54 Mon, 30 April 2012 10:10 by SharonToji Access Code Forums Division of the State Architect M. Handler,Architect 0 26 Sun, 29 April 2012 14:15 Guess on how many disabled mandates CCHARR 3 61 Fri, 27 April 2012 16:41 by K. Sparks Presentation On ADA Requirements Alarms Vending Operators At National Automatic Merchandising Association OneShow In Las Vegas M. Handler,Architect 2 47 Thu, 26 April 2012 20:12 by SharonToji Pools may close instead of installing pricey chairlift M. Handler,Architect 3 51 Thu, 26 April 2012 19:49 by SharonToji Tell Congress not to chip away at the ADA! M. Handler,Architect 2 56 Wed, 25 April 2012 16:50 by SharonToji Encroachment of doors at ramp landings CBC 1133B.5.4 Stu_SLO 1 55 Tue, 24 April 2012 14:33 by ADAguy Readily Achievable Stu_SLO 8 111 Tue, 24 April 2012 13:10 by ADAguy Foresthill businesses face ADA compliance lawsuits M. Handler,Architect 0 16 Tue, 24 April 2012 9:04 ADA Webinars on Accessible Means of Entry and Exit for Existing Pools M. Handler,Architect 0 16 Mon, 23 April 2012 19:11 NY Times comes defends access for disabled M. Handler,Architect 0 18 Mon, 23 April 2012 19:00 The CA DSA “IR” Manual M. Handler,Architect 0 23 Mon, 23 April 2012 17:49 Building Standards Commission Refuses Emergency SharonToji 13 156 Mon, 23 April 2012 13:34 by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA ADA Signage Workshop in Newport Beach, California M. Handler,Architect 5 91 Sun, 22 April 2012 18:00 by mikeelia Justice Department Announces ADA Webinars on Accessible Means of Entry and Exit for Existing Pools K. Sparks 1 42 Sat, 21 April 2012 11:42 by hil_CA Disabilities Act Prompts Flood of Suits Some Cite as Unfair M. Handler,Architect 0 31 Tue, 17 April 2012 20:56 coefficient of friction BrentWiese 8 106 Mon, 16 April 2012 9:05 by SharonToji Mishawaka Indiana has 1,000 alleged ADA violations M. Handler,Architect 1 35 Sat, 14 April 2012 12:13 by SharonToji Judith E. Heumann reception ADAguy 0 29 Fri, 13 April 2012 16:21 Overbearing regulation needs to be changed M. Handler,Architect 12 203 Thu, 12 April 2012 20:45 by SharonToji Universal Design M. Handler,Architect 0 25 Wed, 11 April 2012 6:57 CalCasp Academy M. Handler,Architect 2 48 Tue, 10 April 2012 21:04 by M. Handler,Architect DSA announced the latest CASp examination dates M. Handler,Architect 0 28 Tue, 10 April 2012 12:15 Access Board to Hold Public Hearing in Atlanta on May 8 M. Handler,Architect 0 16 Mon, 09 April 2012 12:26 PASO ROBLES M. Handler,Architect 3 93 Mon, 09 April 2012 7:54 by CCHARR Interesting mobility device M. Handler,Architect 1 57 Fri, 06 April 2012 14:09 by SBS_Architect Governors Ax CCHARR 0 40 Wed, 04 April 2012 11:40 Beyond the ADA: How to incorporate Universal Design principles in commercial facilities (free) M. Handler,Architect 0 24 Wed, 04 April 2012 7:08 Funnies of the day M. Handler,Architect 9 111 Tue, 03 April 2012 20:54 by AdaBoy 2012 Construction Cost Threshold Value M. Handler,Architect 0 17 Tue, 03 April 2012 11:02 Payphones Bradley 3 99 Thu, 29 March 2012 11:45 by AdaBoy Access Board Webinar on the ADA and ABA M. Handler,Architect 1 52 Tue, 27 March 2012 8:38 by Stu_SLO Coles Fine Flooring president faced 'trumped-up' ADA lawsuits M. Handler,Architect 0 41 Fri, 23 March 2012 17:52 Cookie-cutter ADA complaints M. Handler,Architect 0 60 Fri, 23 March 2012 13:13 Format Selection - 2013 CBC Access Provisions Annette 5 116 Thu, 22 March 2012 23:51 by SharonToji operable with one hand/lever type? Jon_Sacramento 5 86 Thu, 22 March 2012 15:58 by M. Handler,Architect Ability Expo - LA ADAguy 1 34 Tue, 20 March 2012 15:50 by M. Handler,Architect Adaptable dwelling units Jesse Oswald 2 43 Tue, 20 March 2012 8:11 by M. Handler,Architect Pool Closed Until Further Notice M. Handler,Architect 12 174 Mon, 19 March 2012 20:22 by M. Handler,Architect Rising Number of Disability Lawsuits M. Handler,Architect 3 66 Sun, 18 March 2012 11:24 by K. Sparks ADA attorney sweeps area M. Handler,Architect 3 95 Fri, 16 March 2012 8:30 by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA AB 1994 Huber proposes to use CASp's ADAguy 8 116 Thu, 15 March 2012 8:41 by CCHARR Assemblyman Mike Morrell To Host ADA Compliance Seminar M. Handler,Architect 3 86 Wed, 14 March 2012 15:41 by M. Handler,Architect Pool lift delay proposed ADAguy 0 30 Wed, 14 March 2012 13:54 Bogus handicap lawsuits? Group fights back M. Handler,Architect 0 38 Mon, 12 March 2012 21:06 Free ADA Seminar M. Handler,Architect 2 64 Mon, 12 March 2012 17:07 by M. Handler,Architect FHA First Occupancy Clarification MSMontgomery 2 57 Mon, 12 March 2012 16:51 by ADAguy Self-Storage M. Handler,Architect 0 32 Fri, 09 March 2012 9:53 Disability lawsuits: shakedown or legit? M. Handler,Architect 0 29 Fri, 09 March 2012 9:43 HOA-Public Accommodation Determination Question K. Sparks 2 42 Fri, 09 March 2012 7:50 by CCHARR Dutton stumps for bill protecting businesses from frivolous Americans with Disabilities Act lawsuits M. Handler,Architect 12 133 Fri, 09 March 2012 7:20 by SharonToji CAB Board Mtg - 3/7 ADAguy 5 107 Thu, 08 March 2012 15:06 by SharonToji What is a Vexatious Litigant and Who Is One? K. Sparks 0 24 Thu, 08 March 2012 14:25 NFPA Symposium on messaging SharonToji 0 14 Thu, 08 March 2012 14:11 Disabled access lawsuits pricey for Barstow businesses M. Handler,Architect 4 55 Mon, 05 March 2012 13:27 by edkemper Interior Barn Door CCHARR 3 54 Fri, 02 March 2012 14:19 by CCHARR ADA attorney forces out small business M. Handler,Architect 4 58 Fri, 02 March 2012 9:04 by ADAguy CA Accessibility Regulation/Code Amendment Proposal List - 2012 K. Sparks 8 116 Thu, 01 March 2012 16:17 by edkemper DOJ Issues Technical Assistance and Letters Regarding Accessible Entry and Exit for Swimming Pools and Spas M. Handler,Architect 0 21 Thu, 01 March 2012 15:29 AB 1994 - Huber ADAguy 0 15 Thu, 01 March 2012 14:12 Cambria sidewalk project to improve access for disabled M. Handler,Architect 12 78 Thu, 01 March 2012 11:19 by edkemper ADA Seminar: Navigating the Complexities of Accessibility in Existing Buildings (3/16/12) M. Handler,Architect 0 26 Thu, 01 March 2012 7:30 MUNDY v. LENC M. Handler,Architect 0 26 Thu, 01 March 2012 7:25 It's time to settle Arlington sidewalk accessibility lawsuit M. Handler,Architect 1 27 Wed, 29 February 2012 11:14 by edkemper New Bills before legislatures ADAguy 3 68 Wed, 29 February 2012 11:12 by edkemper CalCasp Academy M. Handler,Architect 6 107 Tue, 28 February 2012 7:01 by M. Handler,Architect Access Violation Damages Bradley 2 50 Mon, 27 February 2012 20:49 by SharonToji Is your building ADA compliant? M. Handler,Architect 0 36 Sat, 25 February 2012 8:47 LA Sidewalks K. Sparks 1 47 Sat, 25 February 2012 5:45 by M. Handler,Architect merchants battling ADA lawsuits M. Handler,Architect 1 36 Fri, 24 February 2012 8:31 by K. Sparks Hotels Forced to Make Costly Changes M. Handler,Architect 0 28 Fri, 24 February 2012 7:22 Local business owners protest ‘lawsuit abuse’ M. Handler,Architect 0 18 Fri, 24 February 2012 7:20 Struggle for Access M. Handler,Architect 0 18 Fri, 24 February 2012 7:20 Room Identification Signage Location paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 5 61 Thu, 23 February 2012 20:03 by SharonToji DOJ Issues Response on Pool Access to AHLA K. Sparks 4 65 Thu, 23 February 2012 16:04 by edkemper Weigh-In on the 2013 CBC Accessibility Provisions M. Handler,Architect 30 260 Thu, 23 February 2012 16:00 by edkemper Madison County Courthouse to get $1 million upgrade M. Handler,Architect 0 8 Thu, 23 February 2012 8:23 HUD AND THE NATIONAL FAIR HOUSING ALLIANCE LAUNCH MEDIA CAMPAIGN K. Sparks 1 20 Wed, 22 February 2012 15:49 by edkemper Webinar on the ADA Standards to Address Common Questions M. Handler,Architect 0 27 Tue, 21 February 2012 15:16 DOJ’s 2010 ADA Standards Become Mandatory March 15 M. Handler,Architect 0 25 Tue, 21 February 2012 15:15 Barrier Removal Checklist Available from New England ADA Center M. Handler,Architect 0 21 Tue, 21 February 2012 15:13 The California Performance Review, California Standards, Commissions and Organization K. Sparks 1 44 Sun, 19 February 2012 18:53 by edkemper vertical tactile characters AdaBoy 16 93 Sun, 19 February 2012 10:34 by edkemper Why 48" vs 36" clear width? ADAguy 4 60 Sun, 19 February 2012 10:04 by edkemper AB 1610 proposed ADAguy 4 77 Sat, 18 February 2012 15:31 by ADAguy Scent work place CCHARR 6 84 Fri, 17 February 2012 6:19 by SharonToji Great case discussion on public sidewalks SharonToji 11 135 Wed, 15 February 2012 19:46 by edkemper Accessible doors CCHARR 11 136 Wed, 15 February 2012 13:29 by CCHARR Lavatories as Protruding Objects? SBS_Architect 6 65 Tue, 14 February 2012 20:01 by ADAguy New DOJ swimming pool guidance document - 2010 ADA Standards K. Sparks 34 328 Tue, 14 February 2012 16:30 by edkemper ADA Checklist for Readily Achievable Barrier Removal M. Handler,Architect 1 69 Tue, 14 February 2012 13:31 by ADAguy Fenced patios on Muncie downtown sidewalks draw complaints M. Handler,Architect 0 20 Sat, 11 February 2012 7:53 New Sacramento City Ordinance Regarding Temporary Signage K. Sparks 1 35 Fri, 10 February 2012 23:15 by SharonToji Prison Terms for Not Installing ADA Ramps? M. Handler,Architect 2 44 Fri, 10 February 2012 9:41 by edkemper ANSI Meeting and Submittal Dates Set SharonToji 0 16 Thu, 09 February 2012 14:34 Proposed Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment M. Handler,Architect 0 16 Thu, 09 February 2012 7:56 Final lawsuit against businesses is settled M. Handler,Architect 0 35 Sat, 04 February 2012 6:24 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT A CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST CODE OF THE California Commission on Disability Access, (CCDA) K. Sparks 4 76 Fri, 03 February 2012 13:17 by K. Sparks SB 262 and SB 1608 analysis and amendments provides perspective K. Sparks 6 100 Wed, 01 February 2012 18:31 by edkemper CASp - congratulations or commiseration? SharonToji 24 251 Wed, 01 February 2012 18:27 by edkemper Suit against Colorado Restaurant SharonToji 1 32 Wed, 01 February 2012 11:00 by ADAguy Bus stop access whiteoak 12 162 Wed, 01 February 2012 10:01 by edkemper Disability-access lawsuits rise in Hampton Roads M. Handler,Architect 0 26 Mon, 30 January 2012 7:24 Accessible Seating in Theaters paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 9 128 Sun, 29 January 2012 20:09 by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA Access Board Webinar on Accessible Courthouses and Courtrooms (February 2) M. Handler,Architect 1 38 Fri, 27 January 2012 12:23 by CCHARR Florida residents accuse local businesses of ADA violations M. Handler,Architect 1 26 Fri, 20 January 2012 18:47 by edkemper Builders design homes easy for disabled to navigate M. Handler,Architect 0 32 Fri, 20 January 2012 7:31 2012 Title-24 ENR Valuation Threshold JAdler 2 58 Thu, 19 January 2012 12:44 by edkemper California soliciting ideas on next code format SharonToji 0 24 Wed, 18 January 2012 22:02 HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY CHECKLIST M. Handler,Architect 0 45 Wed, 18 January 2012 19:57 Section 1134B.2.1 value M. Handler,Architect 0 45 Wed, 18 January 2012 19:54 DSA announced the next set of CASp Exam dates M. Handler,Architect 0 31 Tue, 17 January 2012 13:44 E-mail Address CCHARR 0 41 Tue, 17 January 2012 10:49 Accessible gate latches CCHARR 7 99 Sat, 14 January 2012 9:49 by hil_CA Education opportunity ADAguy 4 102 Fri, 13 January 2012 17:51 by SharonToji 250 pound structural strength for grab bars paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 33 271 Fri, 13 January 2012 16:19 by CCHARR temporary barrier in the Public Right of Way paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 11 142 Fri, 13 January 2012 8:26 by CCHARR restaurant refuses to serve disabled man with service dog M. Handler,Architect 8 104 Tue, 10 January 2012 17:46 by edkemper Casa Verdugo library closed until March for renovations M. Handler,Architect 3 32 Tue, 10 January 2012 17:08 by edkemper ADA and your inground pool M. Handler,Architect 8 87 Tue, 10 January 2012 14:26 by edkemper ADA lawsuit spree by Florida residents M. Handler,Architect 3 45 Tue, 10 January 2012 14:23 by edkemper Santa Monica's First Universally Accessible Playground M. Handler,Architect 0 19 Mon, 09 January 2012 9:58 Should Tenants or Landlord Make ADA Fixes? M. Handler,Architect 0 25 Sat, 07 January 2012 15:56 ADA Lawsuits—Don't Get Mad, Get Smart M. Handler,Architect 0 23 Fri, 06 January 2012 17:30 Thomas E. Frankovich Targeting ADA Violators K. Sparks 3 51 Fri, 06 January 2012 16:51 by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA Rosemont Businesses Respond to ADA Lawsuit M. Handler,Architect 1 16 Fri, 06 January 2012 14:57 by edkemper Handicapped spots for police only M. Handler,Architect 2 36 Fri, 06 January 2012 14:29 by edkemper Did you know the new ICC/ANSI A117.1-2009 has a new Type C dwelling unit ? M. Handler,Architect 0 21 Thu, 05 January 2012 17:58 $1 million renovation project on tap for Lancaster County Courthouse M. Handler,Architect 2 39 Thu, 05 January 2012 14:34 by edkemper Yard House agrees to improve disabled access M. Handler,Architect 2 57 Thu, 05 January 2012 10:19 by M. Handler,Architect Is there any purpose to this sign? AdaBoy 35 357 Thu, 05 January 2012 9:37 by ADAguy Local Businesses Fail to Meet ADA Standards M. Handler,Architect 0 22 Wed, 04 January 2012 16:09 Gas Station Pump ADA Rules M. Handler,Architect 0 32 Mon, 02 January 2012 7:15 Extreme one person lift edkemper 2 61 Mon, 02 January 2012 7:11 by M. Handler,Architect Many local projects likely on hold after court's RDA decision M. Handler,Architect 0 40 Fri, 30 December 2011 18:52 2010 CBC - Building Exit Directly Into Driveway Annette 5 97 Thu, 22 December 2011 22:27 by johnny G ADA Symposium 2012 - Indy ADAguy 0 35 Thu, 22 December 2011 13:09 ADA Requirements Apartment Building Re-hab Richard Franklin 4 94 Tue, 20 December 2011 16:05 by paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA CBC R-4, is accessibility required? Jon_Sacramento 21 274 Tue, 20 December 2011 10:46 by whiteoak sidewalks at center of legal dispute M. Handler,Architect 0 63 Thu, 15 December 2011 7:42 Businesses scramble to comply M. Handler,Architect 0 49 Wed, 14 December 2011 14:25 ADA Lodging Regulations Go Into Effect in March 2012 M. Handler,Architect 0 43 Wed, 14 December 2011 9:30 retailers see increase in ADA suits M. Handler,Architect 0 33 Wed, 14 December 2011 9:19 LA Agency Under Federal Investigation paul l. bishop_SanDiego,CA 0 46 Mon, 12 December 2011 9:16 Local businesses peeved by man's ADA suits M. Handler,Architect 0 43 Sun, 11 December 2011 9:30 New state architect ADAguy 4 101 Fri, 09 December 2011 16:28 by edkemper Calif. County Settles Disabilities Access Lawsuit M. Handler,Architect 5 88 Fri, 09 December 2011 16:25 by edkemper ADA Lighting Requirements Richard Franklin 5 83 Fri, 09 December 2011 8:41 by Richard Franklin Contra Costa College without an elevator M. Handler,Architect 0 32 Wed, 07 December 2011 17:27 The Irony of Public Accommodation Accessible Parking Spaces K. Sparks 2 42 Wed, 07 December 2011 11:05 by edkemper "Seeing it" from the other point of view SharonToji 5 87 Tue, 06 December 2011 9:31 by ADAguy A/E Services to design Project M. Handler,Architect 0 40 Tue, 06 December 2011 7:25 Resort sues over 3,000 doors M. Handler,Architect 15 179 Mon, 05 December 2011 10:12 by ADAguy Access Board Reopens Comment Period for Proposed Rights-of-Way Rule to February 2 AdaBoy 0 16 Mon, 05 December 2011 6:46 Federal Lands Fire Station Question SharonToji 14 164 Thu, 01 December 2011 16:53 by Jim Fruit Department of Rehabilitation Sponsoring Sign Seminar SharonToji 0 39 Thu, 01 December 2011 7:46 Clear floor space in remodeled Hotel ADAguy 3 61 Thu, 01 December 2011 7:45 by AdaBoy Expert definition ADAguy 8 111 Tue, 29 November 2011 13:12 by edkemper Pico Rivera restaurant still standing M. Handler,Architect 3 76 Tue, 29 November 2011 13:08 by edkemper DSA Access Meeting 11/10/11 SharonToji 6 125 Mon, 28 November 2011 20:09 by BrentWiese Grade 2 Braille on Signs Bradley 3 53 Mon, 28 November 2011 5:35 by Bradley Access Board Webinar on Accessible Schools (December 1) M. Handler,Architect 1 38 Sun, 27 November 2011 21:08 by BrentWiese Ramp slope DBSCode 53 543 Sat, 26 November 2011 10:41 by DBSCode Suit against Roanoke, Va. Valley View Mall settled M. Handler,Architect 0 21 Tue, 22 November 2011 7:20 Free Event San Jose ADAguy 3 72 Mon, 21 November 2011 16:51 by ADAguy Frank Girardot: ADA suit seeks to take a bite out of Arcadia's Bit M. Handler,Architect 1 52 Mon, 21 November 2011 16:13 by ADAguy
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